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RSVPs to the membership appreciation event at the Perry House are coming in fast.  Please see November 2 for details, plus other events coming up:

Saturday, October 1, 2022, 2-3:30 pm- Monterey Public Library Author Talks: Meet Jack Erickson”, author of “The Lonely Assassin”.   Local  mystery writer Jack Erickson will discuss his writing journey for the latest book in his Milan Thriller Series in the Community Room of the library.   Free, but donations to the Friends and Foundation Author Talk Series are appreciated.

Thursday, October 6, 7-8:45 pm Candidates Forum for city offices, to be held at Monterey High School Science Center, Room 20.  Hear from the mayoral and council candidates.   You can send questions to be forwarded to the committee, or ask at the meeting.  Tyller Williamson and Dan Albert Jr are running for mayor.  Kim Barber is running to be the City Council representative for district 1, Larkin Street uphill to the west.  Ed Smith is running for City Council District 2, Larkin Street downhill to the east.   You can also see the forum via Zoom at

https://tinyurl.com/montereycandidatesforum or phone in to 1-669-900-6833, ID 95010594407, passcode 695188

Saturday, October 8 and Sunday, October 9, 11 am – 5 pm-Monterey County Artists Studio Tour.   This 30^th annual free event allows the public to see and purchase original art from the artist’s studio and helps support our local artists.   The catalog of artist locations can be downloaded at ArtsHabitat.org, and an interactive digital map can be found at bit.ly/mcast2022.  See also October 15 and 16 listing.  

Sunday, October 9, 2022 1-5 pm Monterey Wharf Birthday Celebration – Celebrate 177 years of history at the wharf with music from the Money Band 1-4, dazzling mermaid stilt walker, giant bubble performer, historical commemoration of Argentine pirate Hippolyte Bouchard, photo ops with storm troopers, pirate statues at Pirate Cove and a costumed cake at Candy World,  Enjoy birthday cake from the tent in front of Abalonettis at 3:30,   Free.  For more information, go to www.montereywharf.com or call 831-238-0777.

Wednesday, October 12, 7 pm. Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting LIVE in the McCone Building Conference Room, Middlebury Institute of International Studies, corner of Jefferson and Pierce Streets.   The meeting may also be viewed on zoom at by phoning 1-669-900-6833 using ID 95324184433# and password 647939 or using this link: https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/95324184433?pwd=T0s3VU9LUzNRSjhWOVR4bFA3Nldmdz09

Saturday, October 15, 10:30-noon – Old Town Neighborhood Bocce at the Plaza.   Join with other neighbors for a friendly game of bocce at the courts off Custom House Plaza.  All levels welcome.  Snacks and drinks provided by OTNA.  Free.  No RSVP needed-just come.

Saturday, October 15, 10-2 pm – Monterey Public Library Used Book Sale in the patio.

Saturday, October 15 and Sunday, October 16, 11 am – 5 pm-Monterey County Artists Studio Tour.   This 30^th annual free event allows the public to see and purchase original art from the artist’s studio and helps support our local artists.   The catalog of artist locations can be downloaded at ArtsHabitat.org, and an interactive digital map can be found at bit.ly/mcast2022.   

Sunday, October 16, 11-3 – Chinese Cultural Festival on Custom House Plaza.  Enjoy Chinese art, food, games, cultural displays, and folk dances.  Free.

Monday, October 31, 4-7 pm Halloween on the Wharf: Trick or Treat by the Bay-  Enjoy music, decorations, photo ops, and treats from participating merchants.  Halloween  Costume Contest at 5 pm.   Up to $100 cash prizes in age categories under 8, 9-21 yrs, 22 and over and up to $150 for Groups of 3 or more.   More information at www.montereywharf.com. 

Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 5:30-7:30–Membership Appreciation Evening at the Perry House.   Enjoy great food, wine, beer and other beverages at the beautiful historic Perry House event center, 201 Van Buren Street, overlooking the bay.  This is a free celebration for adult paid members of Old Town Neighborhood Association.   This popular event is often full, and space is limited so RSVP to Phyllis Bussey at philbussey2@gmail.com ASAP.  Please use RSVP in your subject line, and be sure to give the names of adult members, your address, email, and phone. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited to members only through October 7, after which, subject to availability on our waiting list, we will allow member guests at $5.00 per person.   If you want to join or renew your membership, see details at the bottom of this bulletin.    Dues paid now will be valid through 2023.  Vaccine verification is not required, and we will have access to the house interiors as well as the carriage house.   Let Phyllis know if you can volunteer at check-in for a 30-40 minute shift. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Warning-New Chalkless Parking Enforcement in Monterey- Monterey announced August 22 that they have implemented new chalk-less parking enforcement, so no tire mark does NOT mean you haven’t been monitored by parking enforcement.  Don’t get caught with an unexpected parking ticket!  Read the full announcement here.     

Monterey Free Trolley service has discontinued as of Labor Day until next summer.

Monterey Museum of Art – New summer exhibition of paintings and sculpture by Enrique Martinez Celaya and rarely seen photographs and handwritten poems by Robinson Jeffers, on view May 12 – October 9, 2022 (fee).

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is now LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood.  

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can learn more and become part of this committee by going to montereyundergrounding.net. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how to become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us! This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.     Old Town Neighborhood Association, P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

 Be sure to note that the October 6 Candidates Forum will now also be available by Zoom and by telephone.  Also, we are now accepting reservations for our Member Appreciation Evening at the Perry House, November 2!  Other events:

Friday, September 23, 5-9 pm, Saturday, September 24, 11-7 pm, -Sunday, September 25, 11 am -4 pm Monterey Greek Festival -at Custom House Plaza. Enjoy Greek food, live Greek music, and Greek products.   Free admission.

Saturday, October 1, 2022, 2-3:30 pm- Monterey Public Library Author Talks: Meet Jack Erickson”, author of “The Lonely Assassin”.   Local  mystery writer Jack Erickson will discuss his writing journey for the latest book in his Milan Thriller Series in the Community Room of the library.   Free, but donations to the Friends and Foundation Author Talk Series are appreciated.

Thursday, October 6, 7-8:45 pm Candidates Forum for city offices, to be held at Monterey High School Science Center, Room 20.  Hear from the mayoral and council candidates.   You can send questions to forward to the committee, or ask at the meeting.  Tyller Williamson and Dan Albert Jr are running for mayor.  Kim Barber is running to be the City Council representative for our district 1.  Participate via Zoom at: https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/95010594407?pwd=eUF2Z0NxSXJJdTVwRTJFc3VjVXpSZz09 or telephone 1-669-900-6833.   Webinar ID: 950 1059 4407; Passcode: 695188

Sunday, October 9, 2022 1-5 pm Monterey Wharf Birthday Celebration – Celebrate 177 years of history at the wharf with music from the Money Band 1-4, dazzling mermaid stilt walker, giant bubble performer, historical commemoration of Argentine pirate Hippolyte Bouchard, photo ops with storm troopers, pirate statues at Pirate Cove and a costumed cake at Candy World,  Enjoy birthday cake from the tent in front of Abalonettis at 3:30,   Free.  For more information, go to www.montereywharf.com or call 831-238-0777.

Wednesday, October 12, 7 pm. Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting LIVE in the McCone Building Conference Room, Middlebury Institute of International Studies, corner of Jefferson and Pierce Streets.   

Saturday, October 15, 10:30-noon – Old Town Neighborhood Bocce at the Plaza.   Join with other neighbors for a friendly game of bocce at the courts off Custom House Plaza.  All levels welcome.  Snacks and drinks provided by OTNA.  Free.  No RSVP needed-just come.

Saturday, October 15, 10-2 pm – Monterey Public Library Used Book Sale in the patio.

Sunday, October 16, 11-3 – Chinese Cultural Festival on Custom House Plaza.  Enjoy Chinese art, food, games, cultural displays, and folk dances.  Free.

Monday, October 31, 4-7 pm Halloween on the Wharf: Trick or Treat by the Bay-  Enjoy music, decorations, photo ops, and treats from participating merchants.  Halloween  Costume Contest at 5 pm.   Up to $100 cash prizes in age categories under 8, 9-21 yrs, 22 and over and up to $150 for Groups of 3 or more.   More information at www.montereywharf.com. 

Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 5:30-7:30–Membership Appreciation Evening at the Perry House.   Enjoy music, great food, wine, beer and other beverages at the beautiful historic Perry House event center, 201 Van Buren Street, overlooking the bay.  This is a free celebration for adult paid members of Old Town Neighborhood Association.   This popular event is often full, so RSVP to Phyllis Bussey at philbussey2@gmail.com ASAP.   Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited to members only through October 7, after which, subject to availability on our waiting list, we will allow member guests at $5.00 per person.   If you want to join or renew your membership, see details at the bottom of this bulletin.   Dues paid now will be valid through 2023.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Warning-New Chalkless Parking Enforcement in Monterey- Monterey announced August 22 that they have implemented new chalkless parking enforcement, so no tire mark does NOT mean you haven’t been monitored by parking enforcement.  Don’t get caught with an unexpected parking ticket!  Read the full announcement here.     

Monterey Free Trolley service has discontinued as of Labor Day until next summer.

Monterey Museum of Art – New summer exhibition of paintings and sculpture by Enrique Martinez Celaya and rarely seen photographs and handwritten poems by Robinson Jeffers, on view May 12 – October 9, 2022 (fee).

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is now LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood.  

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can learn more and become part of this committee by going to montereyundergrounding.net. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how to become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us! This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.      Old Town Neighborhood Association, P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

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Please pay special attention to the Planning Commission Meeting on September 13, mark your calendars for the Candidates Forum on October 6, and note the announcement of the new chalk-less parking enforcement now in effect.

Friday, September 9 – Sunday, September 11, 2022 – Festa Italia! returns to the Custom House Plaza.  Free.   Friday 5-9 pm The Money Band. Saturday 10 am- Opening ceremonies and procession to Old Fisherman’s Wharf for the blessing of the fleet. 11:30am-9 pm -Music begins with Pasquale Esposito, and continues with Anthony Lane Band, Singers Erasmo Aiello and Dave Marzetti accompanied by Mike Marotta Jr, Dennis Murphy, Dave Dally, Paul Tarantino and Skylar Campbell; Tarantella Dancers, Anthony Lane Band 5-7 pm, Chicano All Stars 7 pm – 9 pm.  Sunday music starts at noon.  Bocce tournament Saturday and Sunday; artisan crafts and foods continual.  More info at www.festaitaliamonterey.org.  

Monday, September 12, 7-8  pm. – “My Life In Pacific Grove- the story of the life of Holman’s Department Store owners by Heather Lazare, at Casa Serano, 412 Pacific Street.  Presentation is provided through Native Daughters of the Golden West.  Refreshments following the presentation. $10 donation suggested.   RSVP to Wendy Brickman at 831-633-4444 or email brickman@brickmanmarketing.com.

September 13, 2022 4-5:30 and 7 pm-11 pm Monterey Planning Commission Meeting on Wireless Antenna Ordinance rules.  Concerned residents may let their concerns be know by attending the meeting in person at City Council Chambers, 580 Pacific Avenue,  by zoom at https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/1619908039, by phone by dialing 833-568-8864 with webinar 1619908039#, or by writing to planning@monterey.org.   View agenda: https://isearchmonterey.org/OnBaseAgendaOnline/Meetings/ViewMeeting?id=5222&doctype=1

Saturday, September 17 and Sunday, September 18, 2022, Monterey Outdoor Market on Custom House Plaza.

Friday, September 23-Sunday, September 25, 11 am -7 pm Monterey Greek Festival -at Custom House Plaza. Enjoy Greek food, dancing, and fun.  Free admission.

Thursday, October 6, 7-8:45 pm Candidates Forum for city offices, to be held at Monterey High School Science Center, Room 20.  Hear from the mayoral and council candidates.   You can send questions to forward to committee, or ask at the meeting.  Tyller Williamson and Dan Albert Jr are running for mayor.  Kim Barber is running to be the City Council representative for our district 1.  Ed Smith is running for District 2. 

Wednesday, October 12, 7 pm. Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting via zoom.  

Saturday, October 15, 10:30-noon – Old Town Neighborhood Bocce at the Plaza.   Join with other neighbors for a friendly game of bocce at the courts off Custom House Plaza.  All levels welcome.  Snacks and drinks provided by OTNA.  Free.  No RSVP needed-just come.

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 – Save the Date- Membership Appreciation Evening at the Perry House.   Free celebration for adult paid members of OTNA.    Details to follow.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Warning-New Chalkless Parking Enforcement in Monterey- Monterey announced August 22 that they have implemented new chalkless parking enforcement, so no tire mark does NOT mean you haven’t been monitored by parking enforcement.  Don’t get caught with an unexpected parking ticket!  Read the full announcement here.     

Welcome Max Troyer to the Old Town Neighborhood Association Board of Directors.  The board of OTNA appointed Max Troyer to take over the vacancy caused by the death of Robert Grimes.   Max has been an active participant at board meetings and is our Website Coordinator.  Welcome Max!

Monterey Free Trolley service has discontinued as of Labor Day until next summer.

Monterey Museum of Art – New summer exhibition of paintings and sculpture by Enrique Martinez Celaya and rarely seen photographs and handwritten poems by Robinson Jeffers, on view May 12 – October 9, 2022 (fee).

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is now LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood.  

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can learn more and become part of this committee by going to montereyundergrounding.net. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us! 

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change.

Friday, September 2, 12 pm – Kids Day at the Monterey County Fair – Kids under 12 free admission.  Carnival rides and rodeo cost $30 for all day wristband.    Rodeo is at 6 pm.  Advance tickets Adults $10, Seniors/Military $9.   Tickets include all concerts, including Nicol’s concert, magic, hypnosis, comedy, and racing pigs. 

Friday, September 2, 5-8 pm First Night Monterey at the Alvarado Street Mall, between Del Monte and Custom House Plaza.  Enjoy music, art, and specials by merchants the first Friday of each month through December.

Friday, September 2, 7-9 pm Monterey High School Digital Artists Opening at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Ave.  Enjoy art by our local students as well as new exhibits by artists Melissa Ulrich, Denise Sanders and more.  Live music.  Free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Saturday, September 3, Sunday, September 4, and Monday September 5.2022 , noon– Monterey County Fair Admission ranges from $5 for children 5-12 to $10 ($13 at the gate) for adults.    Concerts, magic, comedy and racing pigs contest are all part of the entertainment and included with paid admission. Children under 5 are free.  All day wristband for carnival rides costs $30.  For more information, see https://montereycountyfair.com/concerts-entertainment/.    

Friday, September 9 – Sunday, September 11, 2022 – Festa Italia! returns to the Custom House Plaza.  Free.   Friday 5-9 pm The Money Band. Saturday 11:30 Opening ceremonies at the plaza (no parade this year) and procession to Old Fisherman’s Wharf for the blessing of the fleet.  Music follows with Mike Marotta and Friends, Anthony Lane Band   Pasquale Esposito, and the 831 Allstar Band, who also perform on Sunday.   Sunday music starts at noon.  Bocce tournament Saturday and Sunday; artisan crafts and foods continual.  More info at www.festaitaliamonterey.org.

Saturday, September 10, 2022, 11-1 pm Monterey Public Library Meet and Greet with New Director of Library and Museums, Brian Edwards. 

Monday, September 12, 7-8  pm. – “My Life In Pacific Grove- the story of the life of Holman’s Department Store owners by Heather Lazare, at Casa Serano, 412 Pacific Street.  Presentation is provided through Native Daughters of the Golden West.  Refreshments following the presentation. $10 donation suggested.   RSVP to Wendy Brickman at 831-633-4444 or email brickman@brickmanmarketing.com.

Saturday, September 17 and Sunday, September 18, 2022, Monterey Outdoor Market on Custom House Plaza.

Friday, September 23-Sunday, September 25, 11 am -7 pm Monterey Greek Festival -at Custom House Plaza. Enjoy Greek food, dancing, and fun.  Free admission.

Wednesday, October 12, 7 pm. Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting via zoom.

Saturday, October 15, 10:30-noon – Old Town Neighborhood Bocce at the Plaza.   Join with other neighbors for a friendly game of bocce at the courts off Custom House Plaza.  All levels welcome.  Snacks and drinks provided by OTNA.  Free.  No RSVP needed-just come.

Thursday, October 20 – Candidates Forum at Monterey High School.  Hear from the candidates for city offices.  More details to follow.

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 – Save the Date- Membership Appreciation Evening at the Perry House.   Free celebration for adult paid members of OTNA.    Details to follow.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Warning-New Chalkless Parking Enforcement in Monterey- Monterey announced August 22 that they have implemented new chalkless parking enforcement, so no tire mark does NOT mean you haven’t been monitored by parking enforcement.  Read the full announcement here.     

Waterwise Gardens Wanted- The Historic Garden League is looking for waterwise gardens in Old Town to be part of a Garden Tour the end of September or early October, as a fundraiser for the maintenance of Casa de Oro and Cooper Molera Adobe gardens.  If interested, contact Donna Gibson at (607) 342-3647 or dmg6391@gmail.com. 

Monterey Free Trolley Daily Service Begins Saturday, June 25 through Monday, September 5, 10-6 pm.   The trolley departs from downtown to the aquarium at designated stops every 10 to 15 minutes.   Route information is at Monterey.org/parking. 

Monterey Museum of Art – New summer exhibition of paintings and sculpture by Enrique Martinez Celaya and rarely seen photographs and handwritten poems by Robinson Jeffers, on view May 12 – October 9, 2022 (fee).

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is now LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood.  

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can learn more and become part of this committee by going to montereyundergrounding.net. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us!

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change.

Wednesday, August 10, 7 pm. – Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting via zoom.   Among updates by standing committees, we will be discussing a Candidates Forum for September, ideas for a neighborhood park,  and updates to our website.   All residents of Old Town are welcome.  Zoom link to join:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87076687908.  Or join by phone at +1(669)444-9171.  Meeting ID: 870 7668 7908

Free Car Week Events around the Peninsula:

Friday, August 12, 2022- Monterey Car Week Kick Off Cruise In See 30 classic race cars lining the 300 block of Alvarado Street.  Free.

Monday, August 15, 2022 4-7 pm -Porsche Monterey Classic at 1781 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside.  See classic Porsche sports cars on display by owners from around the world.  Free.    

Tuesday, August 16, 2022 Classic Motorsports Car Show and Cruise In starts at 525 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove.  See classic, sports, luxury cars and newer exotics lined up along the avenue.   Free.

Wednesday, August 17, 2022 noon – 5 pm. – The Little Car Show .  Watch mini, micro, electric, steam, and arcane vehicles on Lighthouse Avenue, downtown Pacific Grove.  Free.

Thursday, August 18, 2022 11:30-3:30 pm “Prancing Ponies” All Women Car Show on Dolores Street, downtown Carmel.  See classic cars, muscle cars, super cars and hyper cars.  Live music.  Free to spectators.

Thursday, August 18, 2022 9 am -noon. Pebble Beach Tour d’Elegance  Catch a glimpse of some of the classic cars as they tour from Portola Road in Pebble Beach, 17 Mile Drive Highway One Carmel, Big Sur, returning to Pebble Beach.    No fee to watch.

Thursday, August 18, 2022, 9 am –3:30 pm “Legends of the Autobahn”  See BMWs, Mercedez Benz, Audi and other German cars in corral and judged cars pen at the Pacific Grove Golf Links, 77 Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove.   Awards given at 3:30. Free for spectators.

Saturday, August 20, 2022 – Concours d’LeMons, 8am-1:30 pm at Seaside City Hall, 440 Harcourt Avenue, Seaside.  A spoof on the elegant Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach, this event highlights the rust buckets and misfits.  Judges, who do accept bribes, award thrift shop-sourced trophies for worst of the automotive world.  Free.  

Saturday, August 20, 2022, 5:30-10 pm.  Queen’s Coronation Ball and Fundraiser –

Dinner dance and silent auction to raise funds for Festa Italia and scholarships. $60/adults.  RSVP/tickets by August 12: https://santaros.ticketspice.com/89th-annual-coroanation-ball-august–20-2022

Thursday, September 1, 2022 –12 pm Monterey County Fair Special Free Admission for military, veterans, and seniors over 62.   

Friday, September 2, 12 pm – Kids Day at the Monterey County Fair – Kids under 12 free admission.  Carnival rides and rodeo cost $30 for all day wristband.    Rodeo is at 6 pm.  Advance tickets Adults $10, Seniors/Military $9.   Tickets include all concerts, including Nicol’s concert, magic, hypnosis, comedy, and racing pigs. 

Saturday, September 3, Sunday, September 4, and Monday September 5.2022 , noon– Monterey County Fair Admission ranges from $5 for children 5-12 to $10 ($13 at the gate) for adults.    Concerts, magic, comedy and racing pigs contest are all part of the entertainment and included with paid admission. Children under 5 are free.  All day wristband for carnival rides costs $30.  For more information, see https://montereycountyfair.com/concerts-entertainment/.    

Friday, September 9 – Sunday, September 11, 2022 – Festa Italia! returns to the Custom House Plaza.  Free.   Friday 5-9 pm The Money Band. Saturday 10 am- Opening ceremonies and procession to Old Fisherman’s Wharf for the blessing of the fleet. 11:30am-9 pm -Music begins with Pasquale Esposito, and continues with Anthony Lane Band, Singers Erasmo Aiello and Dave Marzetti accompanied by Mike Marotta Jr, Dennis Murphy, Dave Dally, Paul Tarantino and Skylar Campbell; Tarantella Dancers, Anthony Lane Band 5-7 pm, Chicano All Stars 7 pm – 9 pm.  Sunday music starts at noon.  Bocce tournament Saturday and Sunday; artisan crafts and foods continual.  More info at www.festaitaliamonterey.org.

Saturday, September 10, 2022, 11-1 pm Monterey Public Library Meet and Greet with New Director of Library and Museums, Brian Edwards. 

Saturday, September 17 and Sunday, September 18, 2022, Monterey Outdoor Market on Custom House Plaza.

Friday, September 23-Sunday, September 25, 11 am -7 pm Monterey Greek Festival -at Custom House Plaza. Enjoy Greek food, dancing, and fun.  Free admission.

Saturday, October 15, 10:30-noon – Old Town Neighborhood Bocce at the Plaza.   Join with other neighbors for a friendly game of bocce at the courts off Custom House Plaza.  All levels welcome.  Snacks and drinks provided by OTNA.  Free.  No RSVP needed-just come.

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 – Save the Date- Membership Appreciation Evening at the Perry House.   Free celebration for adult paid members of OTNA.    Details to follow.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome Max Troyer to the Old Town Neighborhood Association Board of Directors.  The board of OTNA appointed Max Troyer to take over the vacancy caused by the death of Robert Grimes.   Max has been an active participant at board meetings and is our Website Coordinator.  Welcome Max!

Waterwise Gardens Wanted- The Historic Garden League is looking for waterwise gardens in Old Town to be part of a Garden Tour the end of September or early October, as a fundraiser for the maintenance of Casa de Oro and Cooper Molera Adobe gardens.  If interested, contact Donna Gibson at (607) 342-3647 or dmg6391@gmail.com. 

Monterey Free Trolley Daily Service Begins Saturday, June 25 through Monday, September 5, 10-6 pm.   The trolley departs from downtown to the aquarium at designated stops every 10 to 15 minutes.   Route information is at Monterey.org/parking. 

Monterey Museum of Art – New summer exhibition of paintings and sculpture by Enrique Martinez Celaya and rarely seen photographs and handwritten poems by Robinson Jeffers, on view May 12 – October 9, 2022 (fee).

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is now LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood.  

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can learn more and become part of this committee by going to montereyundergrounding.net. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us!

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change.